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Malaysia’s appetite for oil and gas puts it on collision course with China

As reserves closer to shore run dry, Malaysia is venturing farther into disputed waters of the South China Sea claimed and patrolled by China.

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Israel orders more Rafah evacuations, expanding military operation

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U.S. offers Israel intelligence, supplies in effort to avoid Rafah invasion

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Trump insults prosecutor at Jersey Shore rally filled with vulgar jabs

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Roger Corman, low-budget filmmaker who launched many careers, dies at 98

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Paul Manafort will no longer take on Republican convention role

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Despite warnings of violence at UCLA, police didn’t step in for over 3 hours

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VCU students walk out of commencement during Youngkin address

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Where to see northern lights this weekend, and what times they will be visible

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